Business View Oceania - April 2024

EDITOR’S NOTES April marks the beginning of another financial quarter for many companies throughout the region and at Business View we are covering key developments as they happen. I am not alone when I say that the speed at which 2024 is passing is hard to comprehend. The realization that time is quickly passing is shared among those we were fortunate to interview for this month’s publication as every one of the entities we covered is busily trying to capitalize on a fiscal year full of potential and speeding full throttle ahead. Along the beautiful beach-lined shores and equally beautiful cities dotted throughout Australia and New Zealand, the last several months have also seen continued business success and this month promises to be as bright as the sunny skies shining over the region. New Zealand and Australia remain home to top- tier, dynamic, and forward-thinking companies and organizations that are implementing the very best business-savvy practices as 2024 marches forward. More good news is on the economic horizon. The region’s economy is seeing a little upward momentum as we put the woes of the global pandemic behind us and businesses that we were fortunate to profile have capitalized on this positive fiscal trend. Inflation has begun to level out somewhat and supply chains are starting to normalize after a roller coaster ride over the last few years. We sat down with leaders from companies spanning a variety of business sectors for April’s issue including the Facility Management Association of Australia, the Housing Industry Association Ltd, the Australian Reptile Park, Simpson Residential Ltd, and the National Convention Center in Canberra. With top-tier initiatives in place and looking solidly toward future growth, all of these dynamic organizations have much to celebrate. With all our profiles and April’s editorial lineup, we hope that our valued business leaders learn a little something new about their relevant business sector as well as something about key developments within other business sectors that may serve to increase productivity and represent a model to strive for. As we continue to bring you features covering the very best in business, aviation, and municipal developments across the Oceania region, we hope that you have a springy and joy-filled April and enjoy all that we bring into view for you! Karen Surca Editor in Chief Dear Readers, 2 BUSINESS VIEW OCEANIA VOLUME 06, ISSUE 04